IGNOU has released the admit card for the PhD Entrance Test (July 2026 session) on 25 September 2026. The test is scheduled for 11 October 2026. Eligible candidates can download the hall ticket from the official PhD admission portal, ignou-phd.samarth.edu.in, using their login credentials.
IGNOU PhD Admit Card 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) |
| Exam name | IGNOU Ph.D Entrance Test, July 2026 Session |
| Admit card release date | 25 September 2026 |
| Entrance test date | 11 October 2026 |
| Download mode | Online, through the PhD admission portal |
| Login needed | Registration login credentials |
| Official portal | ignou-phd.samarth.edu.in |
IGNOU PhD Entrance Test 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admit card released | 25 September 2026 |
| PhD entrance test (July 2026 session) | 11 October 2026 |
How to Download IGNOU PhD Admit Card 2026
The admit card is available only online. Follow these steps.
- Open the official PhD admission portal at ignou-phd.samarth.edu.in.
- Go to the candidate login section.
- Enter the login credentials you used while registering for PhD admission.
- Submit the details to open your candidate dashboard.
- Click the link for the PhD Entrance Test admit card (hall ticket).
- Check the details on the screen, then download the PDF.
- Take a clear printout and keep it safe for exam day.
IGNOU has also stated that a download link has been sent to the registered email addresses of eligible candidates. Check your inbox and spam folder if you cannot find it.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| IGNOU PhD admit card login (official portal) | Click Here |
| IGNOU official website | Click Here |